The secretary of state and NSC spokesperson both announce progress. White House National Security Spokesperson John Kirby said that Israel and Hamas are close to reaching a temporary…
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White House Responds to Hezbollah Attack on Israel
NSC spokesperson reiterates U.S. support for Israel in the face of Iran-backed threats. White House National Security Council Spokesperson Adrienne Watson responded to the rocket attack of Hezbollah…
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State and Defense Secretaries Engage in Meetings in Asia
The secretary of state will have a sideline meeting with the Chinese minister of foreign affairs. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin traveled this…
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Defense Secretary Advocates for Diplomatic Solution for Israel, Hezbollah
He says it is essential to de-escalate violence at Israel’s northern border. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin emphasized the importance of diplomat work between Israel and Hezbollah, saying that…
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Ukrainian President Urges President Biden to Attend Peace Conference in Switzerland
He says, “If you want peace, you will be there.“ Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky responded to President Joe Biden’s expected absence from a peace summit in Switzerland next…
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Secretary Blinken Heads Delegation to Guatemala
The third Ministerial meeting of the Los Angeles Declaration on Migration and Protection is being held there. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is leading a U.S. delegation…
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State Department Holds Hip-Hop Music Diplomacy Conference
International artists participate in two week long leadership exchange. The State Department’s International Visitor Leadership Program has brought together musicians and artists from 22 nations for the Global…
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President Commends Israel-Hamas Ceasefire for Hostage Release
He calls the agreement a “testament to diplomacy.” President Joe Biden commended the agreement Israel has made to a 4-day ceasefire with Hamas brokered by the U.S. and…
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State Department Expels Two Russian Embassy Officials
Mirrored response to Russia’s expulsion of two U.S. diplomats. The U.S. Department of State has expelled two Russian embassy officials from the United States, responding in kind to…
Read MoreSecretary of State Speaks with American Detained in Russia
Paul Whelan was sentenced to 16 years in prison for alleged spying. Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke with U.S. citizen and Marine Paul Whelan over the phone…
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